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Welcome to GATA.org.uk, the online face of the Guildford Amateur Theatre Association. We hope you find this website useful.
GATA is an umbrella organisation with about 20 societies and groups including theatre and opera companies, singing and youth groups, as well as dancers and film makers. GATA works towards advancing public education in the dramatic arts in and around Guildford. GATA has been a big ally to The Electric Theatre and was instrumental in its founding. Many of the groups perform at The Electric Theatre year in year out - why not drop in and see what they are up to, and maybe join in too? Look out for auditions and, if you don't want to tread the boards, there are other ways to get involved too!
GUILDBURYS - THE TAMING OF THE SHREW
Do you fancy taking part in open-air theatre in a beautiful setting in front of hundreds of people? Look no further. Guildburys' 21st production at Farnham Castle takes place in July. Auditions will be held on 11, 13 & 15 April. There are great parts of all sizes for both sexes. (Ladies, please note - there will be more opportunities than the three roles given in Shakespeare's dramatis personae). For more details, contact director ROB SHEPPARD on 01730 302001, 07930 186830 or rob.sheppard@guildburys.com.
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Posted by Guildburys on 6 February 2010
Pranksters Theatre Company Present : 'Animal Farm' by George Orwell at The Electric Theatre Guildford, 10~13 March 2010
"Four legs good...... two legs bad"
Although George Orwell wrote ‘Animal Farm’ as a protest against Stalin’s Communist Russia, the story still resonates today. The question is, how many of today’s dictators started as yesterday’s freedom fighters? Orwell’s Napoleon fits right in!
The Pranksters Theatre Company promises to drag ‘Animal Farm’ kicking and squealing into the
21st Century with innovative interpretation and the first ensemble cast to perform Guy Masterson’s one-man adaptation of the script.
10 ~ 13 March 7.45pm
THE ELECTRIC THEATRE GUILDFORD
Box Office ~ 01483 444789
TICKETS
£10 (full) £9 (concession)
www.pranksterstheatre.org.uk
Posted by The Pranksters Theatre Company on 6 February 2010
Godalming Operatic Society "THE YEOMEN OF THE GUARD"
BOX OFFICE NOW OPEN - TEL 01252 703376
Following the sell out success of their last Gilbert and Sullivan production Godalming Operatic Society’s next show is “The Yeomen of the Guard” which is one of the most popular of all the G & S operas. Many regard the score as one of Sullivan’s finest. Its many wonderful songs, its plots and schemes, combined with love, laughter and tragedy all make the perfect blend for a most enjoyable and exciting show. Accompanied by a professional orchestra, with musical direction by Robin Wells, the accomplished cast under the stage direction of Pat O’Connell are sure that this production will achieve the customary high standard.
The performances are at the Borough Hall, Godalming 16th to 20th February and at The Leatherhead Theatre on 26th and 27th February. Evenings at 7.30pm, Saturday matinees at 2.30pm. Children are half price at all Leatherhead performances. Tickets are available from the Society Box Office Tel: 01252 703376 or at Record Corner, Godalming and for Leatherhead from the Theatre Tel: 01372 365141 or visit www.the-theatre.org.
www.godalmingoperatic.org
Posted by Godalming Operatic Society on 14 December 2009
The School for Scandal - men needed!!
The Farnham Shakespeare Company and the Bourne Players are collaborating to stage a modern-dress version of Sheridan's play 'The School for Scandal' in the Bourne Hall, Farnham, from 14 - 17 April 2010.
We are currently looking for male actors to fill our cast! If you are interested please get in touch so we can bring this fabulously funny show to life.
Please email: ellietallent@gmail.com
Posted by Guildford Amateur Theatre Association on 10 December 2009
Wanted: Two genies
Compton Little Theatre are looking for 2 genies, 2 very special genies, to take part in their panto “Aladdin”. These genies, the Genie of the Lamp and The Genie of the Ring, will enjoy a fun and camp journey through Aladdin’s search for the lamp and to secure the hand in marriage of the beautiful princess.
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Posted by Guildford Amateur Theatre Association on 20 November 2009
Jeff Thomson Reviews "Hobson's Choice"
It was a full house when I joined the audience for "Hobson’s Choice" by Harold Brighouse at the Electric Theatre, Guildford - the Guildburys' latest production.
Harold Brighouse, a member of the Manchester School of Playwrights, wrote and produced some seventy plays, mostly set in Lancashire and frequently with gritty, realistic, themes. "Hobson’s Choice" is arguably his most well known.
This is not surprising. It is a strong play that has survived numerous interpretations and pivots around Maggie, ‘thirty years old and a bit on the ripe side for marriage’ and her domineering father, Henry. Theatre critic and commentator Michael Billington has described this Brighouse play as ‘built like an iron girder’ probably because star billing can offer the storyline different tonality and emphasis without a hint of detriment.
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Posted by Guildburys on 12 November 2009
Godalming Operatic Society "THE YEOMEN OF THE GUARD"
BOX OFFICE OPENS ON 14TH DECEMBER - TEL 01252 703376
The Society's next production is Gilbert and Sullivan's "The Yeomen of the Guard". Performances will be at the Borough Hall, Godalming 16th to 20th February and The Leatherhead Theatre 26th and 27th February. Evenings at 7.30pm, Saturday matinees 2.30pm.
“The Yeomen of the Guard” is one of the most well liked of all the G & S operas. Many regard the score as one of Sullivan’s finest. With its many wonderful songs and its plots and schemes a most enjoyable and exciting show can be expected from this popular society. Accompanied by a professional orchestra, with musical direction by Robin Wells, the accomplished cast under the stage direction of Pat O’Connell are sure that this production will achieve its usual high standard.
www.godalmingoperatic.org
Posted by Godalming Operatic Society on 14 October 2009
Compton Little Theatre - Aladdin Auditions - Sunday 11th October, 3pm
Our next Auditions are for our Pantomime in January 2010 on Sunday 11th October at 3pm in Compton Village Hall.
This is a production of Aladdin written by our very own Neil Redit and directed by Neil Redit and Fiona Fox
Auditions will be on Sunday 11th October at 3pm in Compton Village Hall.
Set in the village of Pu King in China, Twankey’s Laundry has fallen on hard times.
What with the credit crunch and the rising price of soap powder, how will Widow Twankey and Aladdin survive?
Will Aladdin ever marry the Princess?
Will Widow Twankey ever get a date?
Will Abanazer get the lamp?
All the usual panto fun with two Genies,
slapstick fun and something for the whole family.
Performances:
Thursday 14th to Saturday 16th January 2010
Posted by Guildford Amateur Theatre Association on 7 October 2009